Category: Education
Singapore scientists create unlimited source of human kidney cells
SINGAPORE – Researchers at the Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) have successfully generated human kidney cells under artificial conditions in the lab without using animals or organs. Specifically, they have produced renal cells. This has not been possible until […]
Smog causes surge in heart deaths: Study
Exposure to higher levels of fine particulates – the airborne pollution that is an emerging problem in many Asian cities – causes a sharp rise in deaths from heart attacks, a study published on Wednesday said. Research published in the […]
Present System of Food Labeling Not Accurate- Study
The calorie counting system of foods may not be current and accurate, reveals a recent study. The study showed that those who eat foods rich in fibre may actually need to keep a check on their weight as they may […]
Rotten Egg Gas may Slow Ageing- Study
Hydrogen sulphide – the gas that gives rotten eggs their distinctive foul smell could lead to fountain of youth and block damaging chemical reactions inside cells, say scientists. The scientists, who reviewed studies on the malodorous gas and its effects […]
New Nasal Spray to Treat Sinusitis
Researchers have isolated an enzyme from Bacillus licheniformis found on the surface of seaweed to develop a nasal spray to help clear sinusitis. They have described how in many cases of chronic sinusitis the bacteria form a biofilm, a slimy […]
Coffee Linked to Low Birth Weight Babies- Study
Coffee puts pregnant women at risk of damaging their unborn babies, says study. Caffeine is linked to low birth weight babies and prolonged pregnancies. Along with nutrients and oxygen, caffeine feely passes the placental barrier, but the developing embryo does […]
Excessive TV in childhood linked to long-term antisocial behavior: study
Children and adolescents who watch a lot of television are more likely to manifest antisocial and criminal behavior when they become adults, according to a new study published online Monday in the U.S. journal Pediatrics. The study followed a group […]
Instant coffee mix, creamer contain more saturated fat than meat
SEOUL – Both instant coffee mix and powdered creamer contain high fat levels equivalent to fatty pork, a report found on Thursday. According to a research team led by professor Hwang Geum-taek of Seoul National University, most instant coffee stick […]
New method requires fewer cells to analyse cancer
Researchers in Singapore have devised a new way to better analyse cancer tumours and some parts of the body made up of rare cells, such as germ cells which transform into eggs and sperm. Their method allows them to “magnify” […]
Chemotherapy May Raise Leukemia Risk in Cancer Patients- Study
Despite the fact that advancements in cancer treatment have improved survival rates among patients for certain cancers, the risk of developing treatment-related leukemia still persists, finds a study. Chemotherapy is often a highly effective treatment for cancer, but certain drugs […]
